Warning – Muggings at the Kakapo Wreck

Date posted: December 1, 2017

Once again there has been a mugging at the Kakapo Wreck at the Kommetjie end of Long Beach.

Four tourists staying at Klein Slangkop walked to the wreck along the beach at about 1pm and were robbed by a man armed with a panga.  They were not hurt.

The man was described as:

• African male, dark complexion


• Aged approx 25


• Tall


• Red shorts, grey t-shirt, blue peak

Witnesses say that he had been in the area since 9am.

Be aware that most of the muggings have taken place during the day on weekdays when there are fewer people on the beach.

If in any doubt, call the KomWatch neighbourhood watch on: 082 327 7783

If you're on the Noordhoek end of the beach, call the ADT vehicle on: 078 456 9398

Suggestion: put both these numbers onto your mobile phone...